Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!
We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.
As the Talent Acquisition Lead you will:
- Provide day-to-day support and counsel in the following areas: administration of hiring, retention, and long-term staffing strategies
- Ensure consistent application of policies and procedures
- Manage Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
- Analyze performance based on KPIs and make necessary recommendations or adjustments
- Guide a team of recruiters and other Talent Acquisition professionals
Act as primary talent acquisition contact to JETS II Teammate Principals and Recruiters to support Talent Acquisition efforts across the contract - Partner with management, team leaders and others to identify and implement recruitment strategies to recruit quality talent in the most efficient and effective way
- This role frequently requires the use of problem-solving skills to resolve complex issues that do not fall into standard operating procedures
- Influence high-volume recruiting efforts of high-quality technical and business level professionals
- Promote conventional and alternative selection methods and recruitment techniques
- Understand the duties and competencies of specialized, unique roles
- Demonstrate ability to identify and measure program metrics
- Determine current staffing needs and produce forecasts accordingly
- Interact with the Talent Acquisition team, HR, and Business Leaders to prioritize and implement projects and programs in support of talent acquisition initiatives and process improvements
- Participate in recruitment processes to include diversity outreach programs, college and university recruitment, and new hire orientation process
- Coordinate recruiting events, provide status reports, track costs, and create metrics for management
- Provide the interpretation and administration of human resources talent acquisition policies, programs, procedures and compliance with applicable state/federal statutes and regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requisition Qualifications:
- Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 8 years of experience
- Proven experienced in talent acquisition professional with supervisory experience
- Experience in full cycle recruiting, sourcing and employment branding
- Experience developing complex recruiting strategies to meet labor demands
- Experience maintaining and analyzing KPI's
- Proficient in the use of social media and job boards
- Ability to handle confidential information with great sensitivity
- Strong computer skills (MS Word, Access, Excel and Outlook)
- Must have experience with Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
- Proven administrative and documentation skills, detail-orientation, and proficiency with reporting tools and databases
- Ability to work independent and manage multiple projects and programs simultaneously
- Organized, self-motivated, and capable of working in a rapidly changing environment with the ability to effectively interact with and influence all levels of the organization
- Possess exemplary written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills, along with a strong customer-focused orientation and highly developed ability to build relationships and strategic alliances with management to implement change solutions
- In-depth knowledge of laws affecting human resources administration and policy is required to minimize legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance, including a strong understanding of the employment process
- General knowledge of maintenance, record and reporting requirements; document management methodologies and procedures and automated HRIS system applications is required
Requisition Preferences:
- Experience with Taleo preferred
Why Join Our Team?
In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:
- Excellent personal and professional career growth
- 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
- Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
- Much, much more!
For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position
- Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation
- Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised
Essential Functions
Work Environment
Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
Physical Requirements
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).
Equipment and Machines
Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).
Attendance
Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Other Essential Functions
Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
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Compensation Details:
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The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
01/29/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.
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